Reuters is seeking a Media Editor to drive agenda-setting journalism at the intersection of media, tech and politics. This is a senior editorial role for a journalist with deep sourcing skills, a track record of exclusives, and management experience to guide reporters in delivering distinctive coverage that stands out globally. The ideal candidate would be equally adept at tackling the threat on the fourth estate and merger mania in media to the global push to ban social media from minors and AI’s impact on media and entertainment.
This position will be based in either New York or Los Angeles and will play a key role in the global tech and media team.
The journalist will have a deep understanding of economics of the entertainment and digital media businesses and a strong rolodex of sources for scoops and in-depth enterprise stories.
About the Role
As Media Editor, you will:
- Manage breaking news on the media business beat, including surfacing agenda-setting information from deep sources close to the action.
- Be a part of a small team, breaking news on the largest deals and developments in the entertainment, streaming video business and social media industries.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues in adjacent business beats, the Breaking News Team, and visual journalists to tell the stories in the style our clients need.
- Drive and edit exclusives and enterprise stories
- Inspire and develop reporters to do best-in-class reporting on the beat.
About You
The ideal candidate for our Media Editor will have:
- Proven ability to develop senior sources and consistently deliver market-moving or agenda-setting exclusives.
- At least 10 years’ experience covering media, technology and platforms with a strong track record of authority and insight.
- Demonstrated management experience, including running small teams and mentoring reporters in both their writing and source-building.
- Excellent news judgment that filters the news from the noise and the ability to thrive under deadline pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to produce clean, publish-ready and compelling copy.
- A collaborative leadership style and commitment to Reuters’ standards of accuracy, speed and independence.
***Please note the job application deadline is Sunday, March 22. Early applications are encouraged.
To apply, go here.
